H-1B visa fee

H-1B visa fee hike forces Indian IT recalibrate US strategy

Indian IT majors will cut their dependence on H-1B visas as US policy shifts, while mid-tier firms brace for margin pressure. #H1-B #visa #US #Trump #IndianIT Read more »
United Nations, UN reform, Security Council reform, multipolar world

Reform or Perish: United Nations at an existential crossroads

The United Nations must reform its structure and funding or risk irrelevance in a multipolar order shaped by BRICS and the OIC. #UN #BRICS Read more »
India-China relations improve

India-China relations: Modi–Xi talks signal cautious thaw

After years of tensions, India-China relations show signs of improvement, but border disputes and trade imbalances remain unresolved. Read more »
Stubble burning and air pollution

Stubble burning: Delhi’s toxic air crisis needs tough action

Stubble burning fuels Delhi’s winter smog; selective penalties and crop diversification are essential to cut pollution at its source. Read more »
India-UAE CEPA

India-UAE CEPA sets stage for green energy and fintech push

The India-UAE CEPA has nearly doubled trade flows and is now eyeing $100 billion in non-oil commerce within four years. #India #UAE #CEPA Read more »
India exports, US tariffs

US tariffs and strong dollar test India’s export resilience

High US tariffs and a strong dollar squeeze India’s exporters, forcing them to diversify markets and currencies for survival. #UStariffs #exports #trade Read more »
The Nepal uprising 2025

Nepal uprising signals South Asia’s crisis of legitimacy

The Nepal uprising reflects a deeper crisis of legitimacy in South Asia’s fragile democracies. Read more »
immigration and populism

Immigration myths keep populism alive in democracies

Populists blame immigration for crises, but the evidence shows migrants strengthen economies and societies. Read more »
Basmati rice dispute

Basmati rice dispute clouds India–EU free trade talks

Basmati rice dispute with Pakistan over geographical indication complicates India’s free trade negotiations with the European Union. #India #EU #FTA #basmatirice #GItag Read more »
GST 2.0

GST 2.0 promises savings, but will consumers benefit?

GST 2.0 cuts tax rates on essentials and cars, but whether consumers see lower prices depends on business passthrough. #GST #tax #FMCG Read more »